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Cummins/Onan 4.0 DKC Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan 4.0 DKC is a 3.5 kW (5 kVA) 2-D Diesel standby generator set. It is available at 120 V and 240 V, 3-phase and 50 Hz. It holds about 4 L (1.1 gal) of oil and 4.5 L (1.2 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses battery rated 425 CCA at 12 V.

3 kW
Standby
4.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the 4.0 DKC

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Air intake

1 required
532-1Air filter$13.28NAPA

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Specifications

Fuel2-D Diesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power3 kW
Oil capacity4.0 L
Voltage options120 V, 240 V
Phase3 phase
Power factor1
Battery cranking425 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Coolant capacity4.5 L
Max ambient50 °C

Maintenance & consumables

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterRadiator Air Cleaner or Start/Runistop and Preheat Switches (Remote Start Models)532-1 Amazon eBay NAPA $13.28

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Cummins/Onan 4.0 DKC?

The Cummins/Onan 4.0 DKC is rated 3 kW standby.

What fuel does the Cummins/Onan 4.0 DKC use?

The Cummins/Onan 4.0 DKC runs on 2-D Diesel.

What is the cooling system capacity of the Cummins/Onan 4.0 DKC?

The Cummins/Onan 4.0 DKC cooling system holds 4.5 liters (1.2 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the oil capacity of the Cummins/Onan 4.0 DKC?

The Cummins/Onan 4.0 DKC has an engine oil capacity of 4 liters (4.2 US quarts), per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What voltages is the Cummins/Onan 4.0 DKC available in?

The Cummins/Onan 4.0 DKC is offered in 120 V, 240 V, 3 phase-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the Cummins/Onan 4.0 DKC require?

The Cummins/Onan 4.0 DKC uses 12 V each, 425 CCA, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What air filter does the Cummins/Onan 4.0 DKC use?

The Cummins/Onan 4.0 DKC uses air filter part number 532-1.

Troubleshooting

3

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomRemedy
Excessive cranking can overheat and damage the starter.Do not engage starter for periods longer than 30 seconds. Allow two minutes for starter to cool between cranks.
Engine does not start after cranking 30 seconds.Release Start switch. Wait two minutes and then repeat Step 1.
Engine does not start on second try.Check the fuel supply and be sure system has been primed. See Fuel System in the Maintenance section.

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
532-1Radiator Air Cleaner or Start/Runistop and Preheat Switches (Remote Start Models)1Air filter Amazon eBay NAPA $13.28

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Available documents

Service manual — 981-0121 Onan DKC (spec A-C) DKD (spec A-E) Genset Operator's manual (08-1989) (Cummins/Onan)

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